For many years, Andy Duyck has served faithfully as a responsible Washington County board chairman committed to community growth and prosperity. Under Chair Duyck's leadership, our county recovered quickly from the recent recession, the unemployment rate has been cut in half, and the budget reserves have been increased by nearly 20 percent.

Duyck is committed to our county and its people, but he's also committed to preserving the future, by maintaining the high quality of life that we enjoy. As a rural farmer, he understands the balance between protecting heritage, and expanding boundaries. Duyck realizes the government cannot be all things to all people, but he works to maintain safety, satisfaction, and sanitation for our entire community.

Because Duyck realizes the future of our country rests on the shoulders of our children, he assisted in devoting an additional $10 million to our county schools, ensuring that the next generation will receive a world class education. As a concerned citizen, I urge you to support the future, by voting for Duyck for board chair this election!